AWS Backup Audit Manager now supports AWS CloudFormation

[AWS Backup Audit Manager](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/aws-backup/latest/devguide/aws-backup-audit-manager.html) now supports [AWS CloudFormation](/cloudformation/), allowing you to audit and report on the compliance of your data protection policies using AWS CloudFormation templates. You can now deploy AWS Backup Audit Manager's pre-built, customizable controls using AWS CloudFormation templates and evaluate whether all your backups are in compliance with your policies. You can also generate audit reports that help you monitor your operational posture and demonstrate compliance of your backups with regulatory requirements. AWS Backup Audit Manager’s support for AWS CloudFormation is available in the US East (N. Virginia), US East (Ohio), US West (N. California), US West (Oregon), Canada (Central), Europe (Frankfurt), Europe (Ireland), Europe (London), Europe (Paris), Europe (Stockholm), South America (Sao Paulo), Asia Pacific (Hong Kong), Asia Pacific (Mumbai), Asia Pacific (Seoul), Asia Pacific (Singapore), Asia Pacific (Sydney), Asia Pacific (Tokyo) Regions, and Middle East (Bahrain) Regions. For more information on AWS Backup availability and pricing, see the [AWS Regional Services List](/about-aws/global-infrastructure/regional-product-services/) and [pricing page](/backup/pricing/). To learn more about AWS Backup Audit Manager, visit the [product page](/backup/), [documentation](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/aws-backup/latest/devguide/aws-backup-audit-manager.html), and [AWS News launch blog](https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/aws/monitor-evaluate-and-demonstrate-backup-compliance-with-aws-backup-audit-manager). To get started, visit the [AWS Backup console](https://console.aws.amazon.com/backup).